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City terminates SEDC director Attorney: Trevino feels betrayed by Faseler Jessica Kuhn jessica.kuhn@seguingazette.com
Terry Trevino
For the first time in eight years, the city of Seguin will have someone different leading the Seguin Economic Development Corporation. Seguin Public Information Officer Morgan Ash con-
firmed Friday afternoon that Terry Trevino, former director of SEDC, is no longer an employee with the city of Seguin. Trevino’s attorney, Mark Sánchez, told the Seguin Gazette they had received a termination letter sometime this past week.
“Yes, we did receive written notification the city manager had elected to terminate her employment,” he said. “It was a rather brief letter written by the city manager.” Sánchez said Trevino was let down by the decision city manager Doug Faseler made following a pre-disciplinary hearing on June 8. “She feels betrayed by a city manager that was all to
eager to have Terry take a very aggressive, muscular approach to economic development out in the community, especially the business community,” he said. “When it came time for him to stand by her, or the alternative, to give her the benefit of the doubt, he was absent without leave.” According to the city, Trevino was placed on
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administrative leave on May 16 after two employees under her supervision filed grievances claiming Trevino created a “hostile work environment.” Ash said the city can’t discuss the situation any further as it is a personnel matter. The Gazette filed an open records request on Friday SEDC - 9A
Seguin ISD set to discuss up to $1.5M scoreboard Felicia Frazar felicia.frazar@seguingazette.com
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City Auto and Truck Repair owner George Smith (right) and his son, Cris Smith, who’s a mechanic at the shop, pose for a photo on Friday in front of the business at 804 S Austin St. in Seguin.
Being a mechanic runs in local family
The Seguin ISD Board of Trustees will discuss possibly spending up to $1.5 million on a new scoreboard for Matador Stadium on Tuesday. According to the agenda posted on the district’s website, board members will consider upgrading the current scoreboard with one that has video capabilities. In the corresponding documents, the idea is that the scoreboard would end up paying for itself with advertising revenue. “The district desires to upgrade the existing scoreboard in a manner that will not only improve Matador Stadium but will also generate funds through advertising allowing for the video scoreboard to be potentially self-funded,” it said. “The cost of the video scoreboard and two video marquee signs that are interfaced with the scoreboard will be not-to-exceed $1,500,000.”
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atherhood means unconditionally providing for your family, showing support and teaching responsibility, Pam Smith said. Smith, who’s married to Seguin’s City Auto and Truck Repair owner George Smith, said watching her husband raise their son, Cris, he’s demonstrated the true meaning of father.
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George Smith (left) and his son, Cris Smith, inspect a car on Friday.
Mayor announces re-election bid Jessica Kuhn jessica.kuhn@seguingazette.com Mayor Don Keil says he is not is ready to stop helping Seguin grow and improve into something more than it has ever been. “I think there is a momentum in the city right now, and I feel very good about it,” he said. “I think we can make it continue, and I want to be a part of it.”
During a recent city council meeting, Keil announced his intention to seek re-election this November. “I am blessed really to have I think the best city council that we have ever had in Seguin right now,” he said. “They are all very thoughtful; they are in the job because they feel a calling, and because, they love the city. They ... want to see the city improve, grow
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Mayor Don Keil poses for a photo on Friday KEIL - 9A inside of his office at City Hall in Seguin.
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If you plan on attending this year’s Taste of Seguin, you may want to bring your stretchy pants. “The Taste IF YOU GO of Seguin is the WHAT: Taste of Seguin largest fundraisWHEN: 6 to 8:30 p.m., er that the Silver Tuesday Center does each WHERE: Seguin year,” KayLynn Coliseum Hawkins, event COST: Pre-sale $25; chairwoman and door $30 Silver Center CALL: Call 830-303board mem6612 ber, said. “It is an event comprised of local, commercial kitchens that come and enter into up to two of the four categories that we offer.” TASTE - 7A
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SUNDAY, JUNE 19 7 to 8 p.m. SUMMER CONCERT SERIES The Seguin Main Street Program is hosting the 3rd of the Summer Concert Series in Central Park with Ledbetter’s Bluegrass Band taking stage. For more information, visit www.seguintexas.gov/main_street. 3 to 6:30 p.m. SUNDAY COUNTRY DANCE The Countrymen Band will be playing at Geronimo VFW Post 8456, 6808 N Highway 123 for Father’s Day. Doors open at 2 p.m. to open seating. Admission is an $8 donation which benefits Auxiliary programs. The hall is smoke free and open to all. For more information, call 830-379-0506 or 830-305-8829
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Warcraft is what D&D movies should’ve been A good summer movie should have a great plot, a love interest, bonding of friends, lots of amazing action sequences and an estimated budget of $160 million doesn’t hurt either. Warcraft: The Beginning definitely fits that mold. Originally, it Gabriel Salazar was an early PC game by Geek Guru Blizzard Entertainment From there it grew into released back in 1994 called Warcraft: Orcs and the massive multiplayer online role playing game Humans.
that it is today. And what a glorious production they delivered. Going into the movie with little to no knowledge of the Warcraft mythos will not hinder you in any way. I personally only knew that there was something called a Horde and something called an Alliance, and they were battling each other. But after watching the movie, I feel more knowledgeable about the world
of Warcraft, maybe it was a little too much knowledge at one time. This movie will cram character development and plot development down your throat at a speed that will make you feel like you should be taking notes. Aside from making you feel as though you are in a fantasy lore college course, it offers an array of visual GEEK - 8A
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6 to 8:30 p.m. TASTE OF SEGUIN The 10th Annual Taste of Seguin will showcase local eateries and catering services as they serve up their best dishes to the community at the Seguin Coliseum. Pre-sale tickets are $20 for Silver Center members and $25 for nonmembers and are available at the Seguin Gazette, Gift & Gourmet, Seguin Area Chamber and The Silver Center. Tickets purchased at the event are $30. For more information, call 830-303-6612. 6:30 p.m. DOG DATE NIGHT Animal Rescue Foundation is hosting Hot Date With Your Dog Night on the patio of Kirby’s Korner, 606 N. Highway 123 Bypass. Guests can enjoy a meal with or without your dog for the canine and human social event. Purchase dinner as usual and give ARF your receipt and Kirby’s will donate part of the proceeds to the organization.
FRIDAY, JUNE 24 7 to 9 p.m. CINDERELLA BALL The Seguin Police Department is hosting the 7th Annual Cinderella Ball at the Seguin Coliseum, 950 S. Austin St. Tickets are $45 per couple and $10 for each additional princess, and are available online at SeguinPD.tix.com or cash at the Seguin Police Department. Other purchases can include $5 valet parking, and $50 for a carriage ride, which are limited and reservations are required. For more information or to volunteer, contact Officer Hope Vasquez at 830-401-2386 or at DARE@seguintexas.gov.
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SATURDAY, JUNE 25 9 a.m to noon VISION SCREENING The Seguin Sunset Lions are offering a free early childhood vision screening to help identify potential vision problems at Parker’s Pharmacy, 1005 E. Court St. Children as young as 6 months and up can be screened. 9 to 11 a.m. PLAY AUDITIONS Auditions for the French comedy “Don’t Dress For Dinner” will be held at the Texas Theatre.The cast calls for three men and three women. Performance will be the first two weekends in September. Call Pat Hoppe at 830-491-1238 for more information. 10 to 11:30 a.m. DISCOVERY PROGRAM The Guadalupe County Master Naturalists will host the Discovery program “Skins, Sculls, Traces and Clues” at Park West Pavilion 22. Children and their parents are invited to join in the lesson and learn how animals survive by hiding. Children attending this session will learn about the secrets and clues living things leave behind.
SUNDAY, JUNE 26 7 to 8 p.m. SUMMER CONCERT SERIES The Seguin Main Street Program is hosting the 4th of the Summer Concert Series in Central Park with Fantacia taking stage. For more information, visit www.seguintexas.gov/main_street.
MONDAY, JUNE 27 6 to 8 p.m. PLAY AUDITIONS Auditions for the French comedy “Don’t Dress For Dinner” will be held at the Texas Theatre. The cast calls for three men and three women. Performance will be the first two weekends in September. Call Pat Hoppe at 830-491-1238 for more information.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 29 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. BLOOD DRIVE Guadalupe Regional Medical Center will be having a Blood Drive in the Selig Room. For more information, please contact Veronica San Miguel at 401-7211.
UPCOMING/ONGOING ITEMS APPLICANTS WANTED: Guadalupe Valley Habitat for Humanity is now accepting applications for our newest home. Families are elected based solely upon their housing need, ability to pay a $450 to $500 monthly payment on a 20 to 30 year no-interest mortgage payment, and willingness to help build their own home. Applications, which include instructions for completion, may be obtained from the website at www.guadalupevalleyhabitat.org or the Habitat store, 256 West Court Street, on Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays between 8:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. DOWDY SCHOOL REUNION: The alumni of Dowdy School is invited to reminisce at El Ranchito, 983 N. State Highway 123 Bypass. Bring photos and memorabilia to share. RSVP to Stanley Doyle at 830-3791051. CHUPITO PLAY DAY: Chupacabra Java is holding a free play day for children from 10 to 11 a.m. every second Tuesday with learning games, story time, and songs. Play along, read the paper, enjoy free WiFi, or socialize while you enjoy coffee and food. FAMILY COUNSEL MEETINGS: Nesbit Living and Recovery Center’s family counsel is seeking membership to attend monthly scheduled meetings. Meetings are every 3rd Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. in the activities room, 1215 Ashby St. Snacks provided. COFFEE AND COMICS TRIVIA NIGHT: Chupacabra Java is holding a coffee and comics trivia night from 6 to 8 p.m. every third Saturday. Entry is free. SEGUIN PREMIER TOASTMASTERS: Join the Seguin Premier Toastmasters at 6 p.m. on the first and third Wednesday of each month. The group meets for an hour at Holiday Inn Express, 2501 Jay Road, Seguin (behind IHOP and Hampton Inn). Join us to improve your presentation skills. We start and stop on time. Call 830-372-3826 for more information.
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AROUND THE STATE
End the ban on research into gun violence Working in concert, science and government can save lives. A classic case: Federally funded research has shaped policies that have slashed the number of auto fatalities, even as more Americans are driving more miles every year. More recently, the government has taken steps to curtail an alarming rise of deaths due to prescription opioid overdoses. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has issued new prescribing guidelines for doctors, and ongoing research has led to new proposals for treatment strategies and patient databases.
But federal response to the terrible scourge of gun violence — which are now taking more American lives than car wrecks — has been a resounding silence. Why? Politics, of course. Just talking about anything that might remotely be construed as “gun control” is a lethal third rail for U.S. legislators. They’re so frightened by the topic that a ban on CDC-funded research into gun violence as a public health issue remains in effect, even as the death toll reaches grim new heights. It is time for this cowardice to end. If last Sunday’s slaughter at an Orlando
nightclub does not weigh on congressional consciences, we fear nothing ever will. Last month, attorneys general from 14 states (regrettably, but perhaps predictably, not including Texas) issued a sharp wakeup call. In a letter sent to congressional leaders, the state officials pressed for the repeal of an appropriations rider that has effectively banned study of gun violence by the nation’s top public health agency. This isn’t about violating anybody’s rights or confiscating anybody’s guns. It’s about information. It’s about choosing scientifical-
ly sound research and data over deliberate ignorance in shaping American gun policy. Every year, the CDC distributes $11 billion to fund research for public health issues — and virtually none of it is helping understand the roots of gun violence or identify strategies that could make us safer without curtailing our rights. As the attorneys general’s letter points out, the funding vacuum of nearly two decades’ standing has actively dissuaded a new generation of medical and scientific researchers. They state: “By sidelining the CDC, the U.S. has
severely limited progress on data collection and analysis and has discouraged public health professionals from working in this field.” Two U.S. senators from Connecticut, the state permanently scarred by a deranged gunman’s slaughter of schoolchildren at Sandy Hook Elementary School in 2012, were more blunt in their assessment of their congressional colleagues. Both accused Congress, through its willful inaction, of being complicit in Sunday’s appalling massacre in Florida. This devastation marks a turning point. The leaders
elected to safeguard our welfare can take reasonable steps toward creating a scientific, factual information base to use in creating policy. Or they can remain paralyzed, cowed by fear and emotional ideology. As the president wearily said last Sunday, “To actively do nothing is a decision.” It’s a decision that embraces chaos. And it endangers us all. Around The State is a selection of editorials from various newspapers. This selection comes from the Dallas Morning News’ June 13 edition.
Summer heat can be deadly If there was ever any doubt (there wasn’t) that summer would be hot, the past few days have put that notion to rest. With the summer heat comes increased chances of heat exhaustion and heat strokes. So when you or your loved ones are out and about enjoying summer activities, there are a few warning signs you should look for when watching for heat-related conditions. Signs of heat exhaustion are excessive thirst, headaches, weakness, muscle cramps, dizziness, nausea and vomiting. If you or someone you know is experiencing
any of the symptoms, it’s important to get out of the heat and under some shade (an air-conditioned room is even better). It’s also important to rehydrate with water or a sports drink, remove any tight clothing and to take a cool shower or bath. These tips can help stop heat exhaustion, but if there’s any question about a persons condition, contact medical professionals immediately. Our Voice is the opinion of the Seguin Gazette editorial board, which includes Publisher Jeff Fowler, Managing Editor Derek Kuhn and a rotation of the newspapers’ staff writers.
Second Amendment finds foothold in LGBT groups Look around the next time you’re out in public. You never know who might be legally carrying a concealed weapon. They don’t talk about it. They don’t flash it around. They just choose to exercise their Second Amendment right. Male, female, young, old, any race, ethnicity, or creed; they look just like anybody else. Now more than ever, the gun ownership demographic is shifting. Stereotypes are misleading. You can’t conveniently put an entire group of people into a neat little box. We all know the ste-
Jeff Fowler Corner Office reotypical gun owner. He’s an uneducated redneck mouth-breather who drools tobacco juice on his Confederate flag T-shirt. Wrong. We all know the stereotypical member of the LGBT community. There you go. Without any
OUR GOVERNMENT President Barack Obama
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prompting at all, you have an image in your mind. Also wrong. Opposite ends of the political and cultural spectrums, right? There is no way these two groups could ever converge and find common ground. Wrong again. There is a growing number of people in the LGBT community who believe in lawfully owned, carried and concealed firearms for self-defense. With over 40 chapters nationwide and growing, Pink Pistols believes that self-defense is a right and advocates for the safe and responsible use of firearms. Unwilling to be vic-
tims, they have decided instead to protect themselves. The recent tragic shooting at a gay nightclub in Orlando only strengthened their resolve to not be easy targets. Gwendolyn Patton, First Speaker of the Pink Pistols, stated, “This is exactly the kind of heinous act that justifies our existence. At such a time of tragedy, let us not reach for the low-hanging fruit of blaming the killer’s guns. Let us stay focused on the fact that someone hated gay people so much they were ready to kill or injure so many. A human being did this. The human
being’s tools are unimportant when compared to the bleakness of that person’s soul. I say again, GUNS did not do this. A human being did this, a dead human being. Our job now is not to demonize the man’s tools, but to condemn his acts and work to prevent such acts in the future.” She went on to say, “It is difficult, if not impossible, to foresee such an event. But if they cannot be prevented, then they must be stopped as fast as someone tries to start them.” “It’s sad that we must consider such things, but when there are persons
Senator John Cornyn
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Senator Ted Cruz
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Vice President Joe Biden
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Congressman Rubén Hinojosa
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out there who mean us harm, we must find ways to protect ourselves within the law,” Patton concluded. Here is a group that could easily play the victim card and cry out for stricter gun control. Yet their stance is that it wasn’t the weapon that did harm, it was the person. They do not want their rights infringed upon because of the actions of one clearly disturbed human being. Jeff Fowler is publisher of the Seguin Gazette. He can be reached at jeff.fowler@ seguingazette.com or by calling 830-379-5441 ext. 206. The Seguin Gazette runs a government contact list every day on its Speak Up page. SUNDAY: Federal government officials TUESDAY: State government officials WEDNESDAY: County government officials THURSDAY: Seguin government officials FRIDAY: School district government officials
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Man who portrayed Billy Bob in ‘Varsity Blues,’ dies Associated Press DALLAS — Actor Ron Lester, who was perhaps best known playing the loud, oversized lineman Billy Bob in the 1999 film “Varsity Blues,” has died of organ failure. He was 45. His agent, Dave Bradley, confirmed Saturday that Lester had been hospitalized since February due to liver and kidney complications. He says Lester was removed from a ventilator and died Friday.
The actor last year announced that he was being treated for liver and kidney ailments. Lester, a Georgia native, told the online sports publication Grantland in 2014 that he once weighed more than 500 pounds. before undergoing gastric bypass surgery and shedding some 300 pounds. He said acting opportunities dried up after he lost the weight. His other film credits include roles in “Not Another Teen Movie” and “Good Burger.”
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Mechanic Cris Smith (right) inspects a car while his father, George Smith, who owns the shop, backs up an SUV on Friday at City Auto and Truck Repair in Seguin.
FATHER From page 1A “I think George has always done things to help his family without knowing that’s what he’s supposed to do,” she said. Even during financially difficult times, Pam said George found a way to make ends meet. “There was a time we didn’t have much money, but he’s always found a way to provide for his family,” she said. George, who formerly worked at Seguin ISD as an auto mechanics teacher, followed in his own father’s footsteps, who taught auto mechanics for Comal ISD in New Braunfels. However, George decided to take a leap of faith and “be his own boss,” he said. “I resigned from there to open my own business the week after school was out,” he said. “I opened this little brown building next door.” Since opening City Auto and Truck Repair in 1991, his son has been a big helping hand. George said when Cris went to high school he
“From what I’ve seen, he’s taught Cris a whole lot, and Cris just picked it up. His dad never pushed him into any of it, Cris just kept through with it.” Pam Smith on her husband and son’s relationship worked at the shop part-time until he graduated and started working full-time. Because of this, Pam said he’s an expert at the trade. “From what I’ve seen, he’s taught Cris a whole lot, and Cris just picked it up,” she said. “His dad never pushed him into any of it, Cris just kept through with it.” Cris said throughout the years he developed his passion for repairing vehicles from watching his father. “I just developed a natural interest for it,” he said. That interest also has carried over to Cris’ son, Parker Smith, Pam said. “He’s 15 years old, and he’s talked about it,” she said. “He said he’d like to try it. It’s a good trade to learn.” As for now, George and Pam hope to retire in the coming years and plan for Cris to take over the family business. “He’s a mechanic for now,”
George said. “Soon to be active manager and owner. We’re hopefully retiring in the next few years and turning it over to Cris.” George said Cris has learned the ins and outs of the business and is one of the best employees anyone can ask for. “He’s not afraid to work; he comes in before the time to work everyday. He takes short lunches, and he tends to business,” George said. “He’s probably one of, if not the best mechanics in Seguin and rightfully so, he’s been doing it literally since he was kid.” For now, father and son said they will continue to work side by side, fixing one vehicle at a time. “They’ve gone through so many years together as a father-son team,” Pam said. “They’ve always worked together really well, and they’ve never really had any conflict.”
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Downtown Seguin may need revitalizing, then again, downtown may not need a revitalization project at this time, according to Roland Blumberg, chairman of the Chamber of Commerce Downtown Revitalization Committee. — Seguin Gazette Enterprise, June 18, 1978
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Buffalo soldiers assigned to Seguin This month is the 150th anniversary of the establishment of the “Buffalo Soldiers.” Buffalo Soldiers was the name given by the Comanches and other Plains Indians to the regiments of the African Americans that served in Texas and on the frontier in the post Civil Floyd McKee War era. Snapshots of In 1866, Congress reduced Seguin’s History the size of the military and peacetime regular army and moved most of them to the of the black soldier, 180,000 frontier. Many in the Union of whom had served in segArmy recognized the merits regated units in the Union’s
patrolled the frontier, built roads, escorted mail parties To commemorate the 18 minutes that won Texas independence from Mexico on April and stagecoaches. 21,1836, the Texas Centennial officials decided to erect a monument at the San Jacinto They participated in most Battle Ground near Houston. The tower construction began in 1836 and was completed of the major frontier camthree years later. The columnar monument is 570 feet tall—15 feet taller than the Washpaigns against the Comanche, ington Monument—built of concrete and faced with fossilized limestone from Austin. It Kiowa, Apache, Sioux and is mounted by an observation deck and a thirty-four foot “Lone Star.” At the base is the San Cheyenne. Thirteen enlisted Jacinto Museum of History and beyond it is a reflecting pool long enough to mirror the men from the black regientire tower. In 1968, the Tower of the Americas in San Antonio was built for the Hemisfair. ments earned the Medal of The height of the top of the mast makes the tower taller than the San Jacinto Monument. Honor during the Indian Wars as did six of their offiThey overcame prejudice of the west, they were often cers and further, five enlisted army. From 1866 to the early 1890s the Buffalo Soldiers from within the Union Army divided into small com- men won the declaration durserved in a variety of posts in and compiled an outstanding pany detachments stationed ing the Spanish-American at isolated posts where they Texas, the Southwest and the service record. MCKEE - 8A Because of the vastness handled a variety of chores, Great Plains.
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A look into Little Miss Muffet Beth Zies Around Town Recently when I decided to go see my quilting friends the Butterfly Quilters at United Methodist Church on Austin Street, I hadn’t thought much about Little Miss Muffet for maybe 60 years. In the event your memory of Little Miss Muffet is somewhat foggy, let me help you out here… Little Miss Muffet Sat on a tuffet, Eating her curds and whey; Along came a spider Who sat down beside her And frightened Miss Muffet away. Since I hadn’t thought of Miss Muffet all these years, I certainly hadn’t thought about a tuffet either during these some 60 years until when retired school teacher Marie Nisson, a member
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Seguin resident and quilter, Marie Nisson, shares her colorful 17 inch circle and 12 inch tall tuffet accomplished in a revival of tuffet-making class she took in the hill country recently. of the Butterfly Quilters, brought the tuffet that she had made in a tuffet class she took in the hill country at a three-day quilting retreat in Kerrville. All of a sudden I was intrigued by Miss Muffet and what in the world does this poem even
mean anyway? Research told me that the rhyme first appeared in print in 1805, in a book titled Songs for the Nursery. Like many such rhymes, its origins are unclear. Some claim it was written by Dr. Thomas Muffet (1604), an English physician and entomologist,
regarding his stepdaughter Patience; others claim it refers to Mary, Queen of Scots (1543–87), who was said to have been frightened by religious reformer John Knox (1510–72). The former explanation is speculative and the latter is doubted by most literary scholars, who note that stories linking folk tales or songs to political events are often urban legends. So much for concrete findings from my own personal research about the historical Little Miss Muffet. These days there are classes teaching the revival of tuffet-making, and those interesting in this skill can go to www.creations.com. Marie Nisson’s tuffet took 15 to 16 hours to complete using 64 different strips of fabrics. Can you imagine that we have a lady here in Seguin who took this class to make a tuffet? Wow, what a City we enjoy here, but please don’t ask me about the curds and whey or even the spider, OK? Beth Zies is a former journalism teacher and the president of the Seguin Conservation Society.
Buck Owens borrowed name from family burro “Hee Haw,” a country music variety show cohosted by Buck Owens and Roy Clark, hit the airwaves on Jun. 15, 1969 as a summer replacement for the “Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour.” Alvis Edgar Owens, Jr. was born in 1929 on a farm near Sherman a short distance from the Red River. As a small boy, he declared that he preferred the name of the family donkey to his own. His parents went along, and after that everyone called him “Buck.” Driven west by the Great Depression and the Dust Bowl, the Owens clan headed for California in 1937 but got only as far as Mesa, Arizona. That was where Buck quit school in the ninth grade to work on the
Bartee Haile This Week In Texas History family farm and to master the guitar, his real interest. By his late teens, Buck’s picking had improved to the point that he was playing once a week on a radio show and most nights in the honky-tonks in the Phoenix area. At 19 he married a country music singer, the first of his four wives, and by 1950 had fathered two sons. To support his growing
family, Buck drove trucks through the San Joaquin Valley in central California. He liked the looks of Bakersfield so much that he talked his wife into moving there in 1951. The club scene in his adopted hometown provided Buck with plenty of paying gigs and the opportunity to form his first band, the Schoolhouse Playboys. Bakersfield’s close proximity to Hollywood made regular round-trips to Capitol Records possible enabling Buck to sit in on recording sessions with artists like Tennessee Ernie Ford, Faron Young, Wanda Jackson, Gene Vincent and Sonny James to mention a few. But Buck was not satisfied with being a studio musician and a big fish in
the small Bakersfield pond. He jumped at the chance to sign with Capitol but was bitterly disappointed by the lack of success his initial singles enjoyed. Convinced his recording career was over before it had even begun, Buck relocated to Tacoma, Washington with his second wife in 1958. During the day, he HAILE - 8A
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OBITUARIES Alex J. Hrichak
Alex J. Hrichak, 94, formerly from Vernon, CT, passed from this life, peacefully with caregivers and family with him in Seguin, TX on June 12, 2016. He was born February 4, 1922, in St. Clair, PA, to the late Alex and Anna Barron Hrichak. He was married to the late Rita Hrichak. He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Elaine and Jack Rosenberg of San Marcos, TX, 4 grandchildren, and 2 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his sisters, Mary Marks, of Elizabeth, NJ and Margaret Bruce, of Union City, GA and several nieces, great-nieces, nephews, and great-nephews. He was predeceased by a son, Dennis Jackson, brothers, Frank, George, Paul, Mike, and John Hrichak and sisters, Anna Tobin and Sue Lyons. Alex started his working
career in the coal mines of PA and then planting trees in the CCC camps. He moved to NYC and worked at the famous Horn & Hardart Automat. He proudly served in the U.S. Army, 5th Air Force from 1942 to 1945 where he fought in New Guinea and the Philippines. He moved to Hartford, CT where he worked as a heavy equipment operator for Anderson Faroaks and was a member of the IUOE Local 478. He had lived in his house that he and his wife, Rita designed, from 1967 to 2014, when he moved to Texas to live with his daughter. While living in Vernon, he and his best friend, Jim O’Neil, also a WW II veteran, enjoyed going out for lunch and being recognized together as WW II veterans. He was fortunate to travel to Washington D.C. in May, 2014 with 59 other WWII
In the 1940s, Ruth was working for the Farm Security Administration, a New Deal effort to combat American rural poverty, when she met Rudolph “R.B.” Spacek. After a whirlwind romance, they married on June 25, 1942. He left 10 days later to go to Trinidad, where he served in a civilian capacity in communications during World War II. Ruth became an accomRuth Agnes plished landscape and Campbell Spacek portrait painter, studying Ruth Agnes Campbell under artist Leslie Larsson Spacek, an artist, music and other artists in San lover, and lifelong student Antonio, and had a oneof the universe, passed woman show at Larsson’s away on June 15, 2016 gallery. Later she estabwith her daughter, son and lished her own Gateway granddaughter in her pres- Gallery on Vaughn Street ence, sharing stories of her in Seguin which she ran wonderful journey of 94 and displayed her artwork years. for 25 years. She taught art A memorial Mass of lessons in Seguin and at Christian Burial will be Randolph Air Force Base held Thursday, June 23, for artists across Central 2016 at 10:30 am at St. Texas. James Catholic Church Ruth had a wonderwith Rev. Msgr. Dennis ful fascination with every Darilek officiating. Private facet of life. She was a lifeinterment will follow at long student — a regular a later date at Guadalupe patron of the library and a Valley Memorial Park. big fan of public television. Born in Seguin on She loved classical music October 26, 1921 to and was an excellent cook. John Wallace Campbell Her children remember and Clara Mae Forrester the weekend home the Campbell, Ruth grew Spaceks established in the up during the Great sandhills where Ruth and Depression, which shaped Rudolph transformed a her life. She shared house time had forgotten her childhood with her into a treasured and magibrother and sister, the late cal place to escape from Edmund Campbell and R.B.’s long hours of runMary Turner of Houston ning the College View IGA and a close first cousin, grocery store. the late Roy Campbell, Ruth was a loving and who drove the Model A passionate supporter that took them on their of family and friends early escapades. and a constant advocate
Veterans on the Honor Flight Austin program to see their war memorials. He was a beloved resident of the Argent Court Assisted Living Facility where his caregivers called him “Poppa”. His family is grateful to their staff for their dedication to his care and comfort. Visitation was held on Thursday, June 16, 2016 from 5:00P.M. to 7:00P.M. at the BurkeFortin Funeral Home in Rockville, CT. Funeral service was held on Friday, June 17, 2016 at 10:00A.M. at St. Bernard Church. Interment followed at the St. Bernard Cemetery in Vernon, CT. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, Kansas 66675 or online at www. woundedwarriorproject. org/donate.
and inspiration for others — even to the last days of her life. She was recently confirmed in St. James Catholic Church in Seguin. She was spiritual, creative, a lover of all things classical, her precious kitties and possessed “Texas grit.” She felt very blessed that she lived long enough to get to know her greatgranddaughters. She is survived by her daughter Linda Spacek of San Marcos, son Mark Spacek and wife Kathy of Centennial, Col., granddaughter Naomi and husband Turtle Young, and great-granddaughters Ellie and Lucy Young of Buda; granddaughter Sara Spacek and grandsons David Spacek and Matthew Spacek of Centennial, CO. The family extends its heartfelt thanks to the staff of Nesbit Living and Recovery Center, Dr. Antonio Flores of Seguin for their many kindnesses and excellent care and Mike Nellis, Sr. Cal Leopold, Father Dennis Darilek and her fellow students in her recent RCIA class for their support and guidance. Donations in her memory may be made to the St. James Catholic Church, 510 S. Camp, Seguin, Texas, 78155 or the charity of your choice. You are invited to sign the guest book at www.treshewell. com. Arrangements are under the direction of Tres Hewell Mortuary, 165 Tor Dr., Seguin, Texas, 78155, 830-549-5912.
Art Briles withdraws court filing amid settlement reports Associated Press WACO — Fired Baylor coach Art Briles has withdrawn a demand for new lawyers in a federal civil rights lawsuit against him and the university amid reports he has settled a contract dispute with the school. Briles’ lawyers had told a federal court Thursday he wanted attorneys separate from Baylor and had no intention of settling the lawsuit filed by a woman who was raped by a Baylor football player. The filing suggested a bitter court fight was brewing between Baylor and the coach who claimed his May 26 firing was wrongful termination. Briles withdrew the motion Friday as multiple media outlets cited anonymous sources in reporting Briles and Baylor had reached a settlement on his contract, which ran
through 2023. According to USA Today’s coaches’ salary database, Briles made $4.2 million in 2015. Baylor, a private school, has not disclosed contract details. A Baylor spokeswoman declined comment. Briles’ attorneys did not respond to requests for comment. Baylor fired Briles after an investigation found the school mishandled sex assault allegations for years, including some made against football players. As part of their initial court motion, Briles’ attorneys released a letter he sent Baylor lawyers accusing the school of using him as a scapegoat for the administration’s failings to enforce federal rules against gender discrimination. Briles’ attorney demanded the school give him all files related to the Title IX
lawsuit that lists Briles and Baylor as co-defendants. He also demanded all information Baylor provided to the Pepper Hamilton law firm that conducted the investigation that resulted in his firing. B ay lor publicly released a 13-page finding of fact that had accused football coaches and staff with interfering with investigations into sexual assault complaints against players, and even impeding potential criminal proceedings. But the report did not identify Briles or any coach by name and Briles remains the only coach to be fired. All of his former assistants, including his son, Kendal Briles, and son-in-law Jeff Lebby, remain on staff. Briles has complained that he was not allowed to see the evidence used to fire him.
Ryan: Republicans should follow ‘conscience’ on Trump Associated Press WASHINGTON — House Speaker Paul Ryan says Republican lawmakers should follow their conscience in deciding whether or not to support Donald Trump, the GOP’s presumptive nominee for president. The Wisconsin Republican told NBC’s “Meet the Press” that “the last thing I would do is tell anybody to do something that’s contrary to their conscience. Of course I wouldn’t do that.” Ryan, who has given a tepid endorsement to Trump, said he understands he is in a “very strange situation” to be supporting the party’s presumptive nominee while not urging his fellow lawmakers to follow suit. But he said Trump is “a very unique nominee.” Ryan is the highest elected Republican official and the official chairman of the Republican convention next month. He stunned the political world in May when he held back his endorsement of Trump before grudgingly offering his support earlier this month. Since then, Ryan has been critical of Trump, calling the candidate’s complaints about the impartiality of a judge of Mexican heritage a “textbook definition of a racist comment” and reiterating his opposition to Trump’s proposal to temporarily ban all foreign Muslims from entering the United States. As speaker of the House, Ryan said he feels a responsibility not to lead “some chasm in the middle of our party” that would hurt GOP chances to win the White House. His reluctance to embrace the party’s nominee wholeheartedly is remarkable for a Republican who was the GOP’s vice presidential candidate in 2012. Ryan was interviewed Thursday for Sunday’s “Meet the Press.” An excerpt
was released Friday. Trump, speaking Friday at a packed convention center in The Woodlands, Texas, not far from Houston, tried to play down the rift in the party and bragged about the money he’s raised in fundraisers across the state over the last two days, including an event Friday in San Antonio. “The party is doing very well,” he said, insisting that reports of a party revolt were overblown. “The party is actually liking me. You know, ... I’m an outsider and historically they don’t love the outsiders. But I think they’re starting to like me.” Trump added: “You don’t hear about the tremendous numbers of people — and I’m even talking about the politicians — that are totally supportive. If one person raises a little question, it’s like, ‘Oh, did you hear?’ Let me tell you folks, we have tremendous support. Tremendous. But the biggest support of all by far: right here. I’m the messenger.” Ryan told reporters at a news conference Thursday that he will continue to speak out in defense of conservative principles, despite a warning from Trump that Republican congressional leaders should “be quiet.” He and other congressional leaders “represent a separate but equal branch of government,” Ryan said as he vowed to “robustly defend the separation of powers.” Ryan’s comments came as Rep. Fred Upton, R-Mich., a 30-year House veteran and committee chairman, said he will not endorse Trump for president. Maryland’s Republican Gov. Larry Hogan also said he will not vote for the billionaire presidential candidate. And Ohio Gov. John Kasich, a former GOP candidate for president, said he’s still not ready to endorse Trump.
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Maryann Leos-Smith, owner of Su Casa Cafe, serves tortilla soup in June 2015, during the 9th Annual Taste of Seguin at the Seguin Coliseum.
TASTE From page 1A With 19 different vendors on tap, the 10th Annual Taste of Seguin is set from 6 to 8:30 p.m., Tuesday at the Seguin Coliseum. “Kitchens can enter categories like soup or salad, dessert, entrée or appetizer,” Hawkins said. “Then, we let the public buy tickets to come in, and they sample all the different goods that are offered by the commercial kitchens. Next, they get to vote on their favorite in each category.” Sponsored by Guadalupe Regional Medical Center with American Bank as the beverage provider, the event also will include a silent auction, door prizes and live entertainment provided area-band Tin Roof. “It is really great and family-oriented — a lot of fun,” Hawkins said. “Lots of food and lots of fun; it is just a really fun overall event to get to know all the great
commercial kitchens in the local community and test out their food. If you have never been to them before, it is a great opportunity to just try them out.” She added that residents should remember the Silver Center has something to offer everyone and not just seniors. “It is a venue for people to come and rent out different rooms in there for weddings, family reunions and other events,” Hawkins said. “It is a really, really great place for the seniors to go that may be alone. They may be away from family, widowed, so that they’re not just at home, sitting and wasting away all day doing nothing. They are able to come and find great fellowship and friendship with other people in the community, so that they are getting out of their house and doing things.” Pre-sale tickets are $20 for Silver Center members and $25 for nonmembers and are available at the Seguin Gazette, Gift and Gourmet, Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce and the Silver Center. Tickets purchased at the door will be $30. For more information, call 830-3036612.
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From page 6A spun records and sold advertising for a radio station and at night performed in any club that let him on stage. Late that year, Capitol Records decided to give Buck another shot, and this time allowed him to use the steel guitar and fiddle so essential to his honky-tonk sound. To everybody’s surprise, a single from that second-chance session titled “Second Fiddle” caught fire and climbed to No. 24 on the Billboard country chart. Buck soon proved he was no onehit wonder with “Under Your Spell Again,” which peaked at No. 4. That was right about the time he moved back to Bakersfield followed by Don Rich, a Tacoma-based guitarist and vocalist who became his closest collaborator and best friend. On the strength of several more Top Ten hits and brisk sales of his first album, Buck and his new buddy went on the road. After months of making do with “house” musicians, the duo patiently pieced together a band of their own that a bass player by the name of Merle Haggard called The Buckaroos. Buck knew it would take a No. 1 single to put him on top, but he did not think “Act Naturally” was the song that would do it. Rich managed to change his mind, and the result was the first of an incredible streak of 15 consecutive No. 1 hits that spanned four chart-busting years. Halfway through the Sixties, Buck Owens and The Buckaroos were the hottest act in popular music. They sold records and albums by the truckload and
FITSKO From page 6A The younger of the two died instantly one night driving drunk in his father’s luxury sports car. In fact, the 16 year old had had several DUI’s prior to his crash that killed him. Then less than a year later, that young man’s older brother who was about to turn 20 years old overdosed and passed away during his sophomore year in college. At the church service some time later after losing both his sons, that highly respected businessman told everyone, “I successfully invested in everything except my children.” It goes without saying that as fathers we must invest in our kids in a way that requires us to do so much move than buying them the latest toy or gadget. We must
GEEK From page 2A sensory enjoyment. From the CGI to the costumes and the magic, oh the sweet beautiful magic. This movie is what the Dungeons and Dragons movies should have been. It was a smooth balance of comedy, romance, bromance and action. This is the origin story of the Orcs (The Horde) meeting the humans (The Alliance) and their accomplices (elves, dwarves and other fantasy classes) for the first time as they cross a dimensional door leaving behind their dying orc world. Again, the story is quick to lay out main character development and history. A Lot of information comes to you in the first 20 minutes that lays the groundwork for this new world you have entered. A slew of seasoned actors portray all the main characters minus our young mage, Khadgar played by Ben Schnetzer and the son of main protagonist human, the Alliance warrior Callan played by Burkely Duffield. These young actors are still developing their acting skills but everyone else did a starworthy performance. The Orcs come to the humans’ earth to claim it as their own using a dark magic called Felled. The Felled requires sacrifices to power it so the orcs are on a path to conquer all they
performed live in front of packed houses of every description – small clubs to giant arenas – nearly every night of the year. In 1969 two Canadian television producers dreamed up a cornball countrymusic version of Rowan and Martin’s “Laugh-In” as a summer substitute for the Smothers Brothers. Buck argued that he did not have time for the show with his hectic schedule, a problem the producers solved by having him tape his segments twice a year. “Hee Haw” turned out to be the Smothers Brothers’ permanent replacement with ratings that went through the roof. After a two-year run on CBS, cut short by the network’s purge of programs with a rural theme, it found new life in syndication and stayed on the air until 1992. Since the tragic death of Don Rich in a motorcycle accident in 1974, Buck had only been going through the motions. Other than “Hee Haw,” on which he continued to appear until 1986, his career had come to a screeching halt. Buck finally broke his silence on the subject of Rich’s premature passing in the late 1990s. “He was like a brother, a son and a best friend. I think my music life ended when he did.” In 2006, hours after what turned out to be a farewell performance at his Crystal Palace restaurant, club and museum in Bakersfield, Buck Owens died in his sleep of an apparent heart attack. The Dust Bowl refugee was 76 years old. Bartee’s three books and “Best of This Week in Texas History” column collections are available for purchase at barteehaile.com.
invest our time and our wisdom and let them know by example they are our highest priority. No one ever said being a father would be easy. I suppose it was never meant to be. Besides earning a living, putting food on the table and a roof on their heads, our kids need our time and attention in every way that really matters most. Being a father means a life-long commitment to being there and being available and living up to your children’s expectations. As a father, I know I made more than my share of mistakes, but being a father helped me to know the difference between selfishly living for myself and the privilege of living beyond myself in a way that brings significance to all that I am. If you’re a dad yourself, you surely understand all that. On Father’s Day in 1999 one month after my son, Matt, graduated from high
DEAR ABBY: I have officially found my biggest pet peeve. It’s a pervasive issue with my generation of committing to something and not showing up. They’ll flake at the last minute, or refuse to commit to something because there’s a possibility something better will come along. And constantly showing up late has become normal with young adults. Furthermore, despite the many technological advances that allow us to communicate quickly, their failure to communicate about plans astounds and infuriates me. I’ve encountered this problem too often with friends, co-workers, bosses and professors at university. I have tried to let it roll off my back and remind people about how their rudeness affects others, but I’m not sure what else I can do. Obviously, I can’t control other people. How can I express my frustration without being a monster? — HAD IT UP TO HERE DEAR HAD IT: I assume that you have already
school he wrote a loving tribute to me that I love to share and will treasure for as along I live. He wrote how as a young child he held me in awe but as the years passed and he grew older, he distanced himself from me in favor of his peers. Matt wrote, “I realized that my father did not have to be the strongest or wisest man. He is human and as vulnerable and prone to folly as any of us. But a newfound respect for my father fills me precisely because he is human … I do not know whether I will ever understand him completely or comprehend all of his sacrifices for me. But I do know enough, on Father’s Day, on any day, to say thanks!” What more could any father ask? Mike Fitsko is a retired principal and longtime columnist from New Braunfels.
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come across in hopes of powering the door way back up to bring across the rest of the Horde. Lives are lost on both ends and betrayal poisons both camps. In the end, we discover that the Orcs are not all bad and the humans are not always all good. All
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expressed your frustration to at least some of the people you have described. If this happens regularly, it’s a sign that they don’t care how their behavior affects others. You can spare yourself much stress if you start “deleting” irresponsible, self-centered individuals from your circle to the extent that it’s possible. Of course, you can’t do that with those who have control over your life such as professors or employers right now, so you will have to tolerate some of this behavior for the present. DEAR ABBY: My father, a widower, is in his late 80s. Dear Abby is written by He’s in great shape, still Abigail Van Buren, also drives, goes on vacations known as Jeanne Phillips.
MCKEE From page 6A War, the Philippine conflict and John J. Pershing’s March, 1916, punitive expedition into Mexico after Pancho Villa’s raid on Columbus, New Mexico. None of the Buffalo Soldiers Regiments went to France during World War I, though they did provide a cadre of experienced noncommissioned officers to the other black units that did go into combat. Buffalo Soldiers were assigned to Seguin in 1866. Their encampment was located on Live Oak Street across the street from the Heritage Village, Los Nogalos and the Dietz Doll House. However, occupation forces of Union soldiers to the south caused considerable problems. Tensions between the citizens of Seguin and the Yankee black soldiers flared several times. In April 1866, Sgt. John O’Brien and Sgt. Josiah Ripley were murdered by Jayhawkers while en route to San Antonio. It was thought that both soldiers were killed by a gang headed by “Buck” Taylor, of the Sutton-Taylor feud (covered in a previous Snapshot.) On Dec. 9, 1866, John Wesley Hardin was in a fight and killed a black soldier named Maje. Hardin left the area before the military authorities could arrest him. Three years later, on May 7, 1869, Sgt. J. F. Leonard was wounded in a gunfight at night.
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and volunteers twice a week. He is brilliant, and enjoys cars, gambling and eating. I promised I’d call him on a weekly basis, but I don’t know what to talk to my father about. He’s a man of few words, so our conversations are somewhat limited after I ask about his interests. I’d be very appreciative if you or your readers can suggest some topics I haven’t thought of. — STUMPED DAUGHTER DEAR STUMPED DAUGHTER: How about talking to your father about some of your own interests — what you have been doing, movies or plays you have seen, restaurants you have tried that he might enjoy, what’s going on with other relatives, and current events. If necessary, make a short list of topics from your local newspaper and keep it with you when you call him. And remember, conversations don’t have to be long ones — just interesting.
John Wesley Hardin and his cousin, “Simp” Dixon, was accused of causing the fight but they were not brought to trial. “Simp” Dixon was later killed by soldiers under the command of Sgt. Adam Desch. In 1898, Benjamin O. Davis graduated from West Point and became the first African-American to become a general officer. He served in the 9th Cavalry, one of the original Buffalo Soldier regiments. His son, Benjamin O. Davis Jr., rose to the rank of fourstar general and was the commander of one of the units assigned to Phan Rang, my base while serving in Vietnam in 1967. I saw him many times during the tour. During World War II he had served as commander of the Tuskegee “Red Tails” fighter unit that flew the P-47 and P-51 fighters escorting bombers over Germany. During the 1920s and 1930s the black units were disbanded and their personnel were transferred into service units during World War II and Korean War. Ten black officers have attained the four-star rank and 76 have reached the other general officer ranks and today blacks occupy more management positions in the military than any other sector of the American society. We’ve come a long way since the 1866 era of the buffalo soldiers. Floyd McKee is a native of Seguin. He is a retired Air Force Colonel and eight of his ancestors were among the 33 Rangers that organized and developed Walnut Springs and Seguin.
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SEDC From page 1A asking for any documentation pertaining to Trevino’s termination. During the hearing, both employees who filed grievances, Karlee Scheel and Ashlynn Tovar, as well as assistant SEDC director Josh Schneuker, Main Street Program Director Kyle Kramm and Main Street Program Assistant Christy Hopper were called as witnesses. Throughout the proceedings, Sánchez argued the grievances violated the city’s employee guidelines, which say complaints must be filed within five business days of the incident being discussed. “I could never support a termination decision based on what is a clear, patently-obvious violation of policy,” he said. Likewise, Sánchez said he believes neither employee followed the proper process the city has for reporting grievances. “At this point, Terry Trevino and I are exploring her legal options and potential remedies,” he said. “We haven’t made a final decision. A decision like that should never be made lightly, and it should be made after ... deliberation regarding the facts and the law.” Both the grievances, as well as the statements, included multiple alleged incidents of Trevino acting inappropriately to one or more employees, dating back nearly two years in some instances. “I am writing to express the frustrations that have been ongoing in our department and bring to your attention the events I have experienced in the almost two years I have been employed with the Seguin Economic Development Corporation,” Tovar said in the May 16 grievance she filed with the city’s human resources department. “I feel that I am victim of a hostile work environment.” One incident that both she
“At this point, Terry Trevino and I are exploring her legal options and potential remedies. We haven’t made a final decision. A decision like that should never be made lightly, and it should be made after ... deliberation regarding the facts and the law.” Mark Sánchez, Terry Trevino’s Attorney and Scheel were asked about allegedly occurred on Scheel’s first day of employment on June 10, 2015. “Karlee’s first day on the job, we went out to lunch as we usually do with new employees to the Dragon Place,” Tovar said. “In conversation, Karlee mentioned that she lives with her boyfriend, Tanner. Terry made the comment, ‘Oh, so you are a Grand Canyon sinner just like Ashlynn?’ She was referring to me living with my boyfriend.” A more recent incident documented by Tovar was on May 12 during a proclamation with Mayor Don Keil. “She (Trevino) bumped into my belly and Karlee and I said, ‘Whoa, watch out,’” Tovar said. “She looked at Karlee ugly and then said, ‘I didn’t do it on purpose!’ ... When we came back in the office afterwards, Terry told Karlee with an attitude in the hallway, ‘Just to let you know, Karlee, I would never kill a child, I am not evil. I didn’t do it on purpose.’ Then (Trevino) came to my office and repeated herself.” All of the employees, including Scheel and Tovar — but with the exception of Schneuker — said they could no longer see themselves working in such a close proximity to Trevino. Once the hearing concluded, Faseler said he didn’t have an immediate decision, nor a time frame for when one would be given in reference to any disciplinary actions or Trevino being terminated. Meanwhile, Sánchez, speaking on behalf of Trevino, stated her continued desire to work with the city as the SEDC director. “She is 110 percent committed to returning to the job, continuing to develop business for this community and to continue to
By: Forrest Nolden, Seguin Main Street Program Intern, kkramm@seguintexas.gov, (830) 401-2448 The Central Park Summer Concert Series continues with the fourth concert on Sunday June 26th at 7:00 p.m. The concert will feature the band Fantacia, a local Seguin Band known for their Latin music. Those in attendance “can expect to see a group of diverse musical brothers enjoying our musical expression as a collective. They will experience nostalgia from our interpretation of older covers and a breath of fresh air from our new original music” said Enrique Rangel Jr, member of Fantacia. Rangel plays the accordion, bajo-sexto, and sings for the band and is one of its founding members. Fantacia was created in the summer of 1994 by Rangel and his younger brother Joshua Rangel who plays drums and also provides vocals for the group. The brothers even persuaded their father Enrique Rangel Sr. to join the band and play bass for them. Fantacia released their first album in 1998 and their popularity has grown steadily since. Their music has been aired on local radio and they played opening acts for David Lee Garza y Los Musicales, Marcos Orozco, Campanas de America, Los Desperadoz, Augustine Ramirez, and Ruben Naranjo. They have also performed at N.I.O.S.A. and the Tejano Academy of Fine Arts in
develop her resume as a highlyeffective economic development coordinator,” he said. In March 2008, Trevino was named the director of economic development after Ramon Lozano, the city’s director for six years, accepted a position with the department of economic development in Pearland. “I interviewed her and was impressed with her work experience in Karnes County’s Economic Development Corporation which represents five cities in that county,” Faseler said in a March 12 article. “She works with retail recruitment, job retention and workforce development. She has done that for the past four years.” Trevino obtained a bachelor’s degree in business administration from the University of the Incarnate Word in 1997 and completed a basic economic development course. She has experience with CPS Energy in San Antonio as the Governmental Affairs and Community Account Manager in CPS’ Business Retention and Expansion Department and served as the Executive Director of the Karnes County Economic and Community Development Corporation. A job listing for the SEDC director also was posted to the city’s website on Friday. “Directs and coordinates economic development department including redevelopment, business retention, expansion, retail, commercial and industrial recruitment and international trade,” the listing said. “Serves as Executive Director of the Seguin Economic Development Corporation and supervises Assistant Director of Economic Development.”
KEIL From page 1A
and be a special place. To have all that together, at once, is a very special thing. I kind of want to be a part of that.” From massaging the Park West project to completion and the new library, Keil said a lot of the momentum he believes the city has is due to city council’s teamwork. “We have a fairly cohesive council that sees the benefit of voting for things in other areas of the city not just their own,” he said. “They can look at the microvision and see that yes we do need parks on the west side. ‘I live over here, but nonetheless, this is going to improve the whole overall city if we get these improvements.’ The same way with street improvements. These folks know that we all have to work on every part of the city to make that happen.” When he is not busy attending local events and monitoring the city’s happenings, Keil said he loves spending time in his backyard with wife, Marty. “My wife and I have worked
SCOREBOARD From page 1A In 2008, trustees voted to upgrade the scoreboard that served the school for 20 years with an LED message display board, the one that is currently installed at the south end of Matador Stadium. The scoreboard cost almost $53,000, which the Seguin Sports Boosters reimbursed the district for the cost through donations, sponsorships and the sale of messages on the marquee portion of the board. Trustees also will discuss adopting a proposed tax rate of $1.06 for maintenance and operations per $100 property valuation, which is a
Corpus Christi, TX “As a band we are excited to perform in our home town and for the City of Seguin. We look forward to seeing familiar faces and connecting with new friends,” said Rangel; “it’s all about making memories and leaving our musical mark with love and respect.” Once again food, water and soda will be for sale by local Boy Scout Troop 107 to help fundraise for camping. The concerts are every Sunday in June starting at 7:00 p.m. and end at 8:30p.m. Bring a chair or blanket and sit back, relax, and enjoy! For more information on Fantacia go to their website at www.fantacia.com
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a lot in kind of making this little sanctuary we have back there,” he said. “I would just assume be there relaxing, than anywhere else.” Still, being that he loves this town so much, Keil said it is hard to narrow down just one favorite spot in Seguin. “There really are so many neat things,” he said. “I think on the terrace at Tavern on the Creek or the bar at Park Plaza; there are just so many things now that are cool about Seguin.” Another spot the mayor enjoys and is excited to see blossom throughout his tenure is Walnut Springs Park. “The library and Walnut Branch, I think people don’t see it now, but very soon, that is going to be such a centerpiece and such a beautiful and magnificent part of our city,” he said. “A destination for people to come and say, ‘Wow, look at what these people have done.’” In November 2012, Keil won a five-candidate race to succeed then Mayor Betty Ann Matthies who was finishing her second term and was not eligible to seek re-election because of term limits. If elected again, Keil would be serving his second and final term.
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2 cent increase from last year. The proposed adjustment will raise the total tax rate to $1.43 per $100 valuation. “The recommendation at this time is to wait to approve the tax rate for the Interest and Sinking Fund,” the agenda item said. Prior to the regular meeting, a public hearing will be held at 6:15 p.m. to discuss the proposed budget and tax rate for the 2016-2017 school year. The regular meeting of the Seguin ISD Board of Trustees will begin at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday in the board room located in Central Office, 1221 E. Kingsbury Street.
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CLEVELAND (AP) — Steve Kerr and Stephen Curry let their frustrations with Game 6 of the NBA Finals be known, and it came at a price. Each was fined $25,000 by the NBA on Friday for separate incidents. Kerr, the league’s coach of the year, was fined for publicly criticizing officiating after the game, which Cleveland won 115-101 to force a deciding Game 7 in the title series.
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2016 All-Area Softball Team
First Team
Garza
Proctor
Wendel
Arguello
Hernandez
Atchley
Loftin
Stanzione
Hoegenauer
Smith
Cowan
Young
Vanessa Garza, Soph., P, Seguin Jordan Proctor, Sr., P, Marion Whitney Wendel, Jr., C, Seguin Alyssa Arguello, Sr., 1B, Navarro Alyssa Hernandez, Fr., 2B, Navarro
Player of the Year
WHITNEY WENDEL Jr., Seguin After turning in two very good seasons to open her varsity career at Seguin High School, Whitney Wendel upped the ante during her junior year. Moving back to catcher following a year in the outfield, Wendel had one of the best all-around campaigns in recent memory. As the Lady Matadors’ backstop, she showed off a powerful arm and natural instincts. But it was at the plate that Wendel really shined. The junior finished the season with a batting average north of .470 while also displaying a ton of power. Wendel smacked an area-best eight home runs this year to go along with 41 RBIs and 33 runs scored. Her emergence helped Seguin become a force to be reckoned with.
Stacey Radtke, Jr., 1B, Marion
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Offensive MVP
ALYSSA HERNANDEZ Fr., Navarro
Of all the years the Gazette has been putting together its All-Area Softball section, the 2016 season featured some of the best offensive numbers across the board. That’s why it’s so impressive that a freshman earned Offensive MVP. Navarro’s Alyssa Hernandez burst onto the scene for the Lady Panthers this season and helped her team claim the District 26-4A title against some very tough competition. Hernandez was inserted into the middle of the lineup and produced from day one, notching a batting average of .467 as well as 31 RBIs, 25 runs scored and five home runs. The second baseman also recorded an on-base percentage of .500 and swatted 13 doubles.
Skylar Loftin, Jr., 3B, Seguin
Shelby Hoegenauer, Sr., OF, Marion Tate Smith, Fr, OF, Seguin Cayli Cowan, Jr., UT, Navarro Robyn Young, Sr., DH, Marion
Kylee Osborne, Jr., P, Seguin Sydnie Booker, Fr., C, Navarro
Kaylee Atchley, Sr., SS, Seguin
Bailee Stanzione, Fr., OF, Navarro
Second Team
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Defensive MVP
JORDAN PROCTOR Sr., Marion
Once again, Marion senior pitcher Jordan Proctor proved to be one of the most effective defensive weapons in the area despite not possessing the type of velocity that usually goes hand-in-hand with easy outs. Hitting her spots with precision and relying on her defense to make the routine plays, Proctor shut down nearly every team she faced this season. The Schreinerbound hurler notched a miniscule ERA of 2.03 and racked up 108 strikeouts. Proctor was a workhorse for head coach Robert Young’s team, tossing 162 innings on the season. The senior excelled at limiting the amount of free passes she issued, as her strikeout-to-walk ratio was a solid 3.18.
Shyann Atchley, Soph., 2B, Seguin Ashlynn Haese, Sr., SS, Marion Kyleigh Mulanax, Fr., 3B, Marion Jessica Teeple, Jr., OF, Seguin Mikayla Gregg, Sr., OF, Marion Lyz Raderstorf, Jr., OF, Seguin Rachel Pearson, Sr., UT, Navarro Brianna Randle, Soph., UT, Marion Madison Moos, Soph., DH, Marion
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Osborne
Booker
Radtke
Atchley
Haese
Mulanax
Teeple
Gregg
Raderstorf
Pearson
Randle
Moos
Strides made, district titles won during breakout campaign There was nothing ordinary about the 2016 softball season. All three teams qualified for the postseason, while two earned district championships. What’s more, all three area clubs are welcoming back a ton of talent to try and do even better in 2017. Just take a look at the teams above. Of the 24 available spots, nine are occupied by freshmen and sophomores. That just shows the type of talent in the area, as well as the mental readiness by the players themselves. When they got their shot to make an impact
on varsity, these youngsters made the absolute most of the opportunity. There was also plenty of senior leadership there to guide each local squad, as players like Kaylee Atchley of Seguin, Alyssa Arguello of Navarro and Robyn Young of Marion provided calm and steady presences both in the field and in the middle of the batting order. There are also seven juniors listed above who are chomping at the bit to take the reins next season. The Seguin area continues to be a hotbed for softball excel-
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lence — so much so that the countdown is already underway until the first pitch of next season. But before we get too ahead of ourselves, let’s hand out the final award for this season and bid a fond farewell to another great year.
Co-Coaches of the Year: John Garcia, Seguin & Jonathan Basha, Navarro & Robert Young, Marion
There’s no need to split hairs in order to try and find one Coach of the Year for 2016. All three deserve to share the honor after fantastic seasons for their respective clubs. Garcia guided the Lady Matadors back to the postseason, where they gave Dripping Springs all it could handle in a second-round matchup. Seguin really hit its stride in the second round of district play and came into the post-
season red hot. Basha helped the Lady Panthers rebound from a tough 2015 season to grab the District 26-4A title. Navarro did so with a roster full of freshmen and sophomores, which makes the accomplishment that much more impressive. Young and the Lady Bulldogs broke into the state rankings this year and went unbeaten throughout District 26-3A competition. Marion and Florence battled to the bitter end in the third round, with the Lady Buffaloes winning the series 2-1.
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Seguin Black captured the 8-year-old softball West Zone title on Thursday night at the Seguin Little League Complex, defeating Seguin Gold 11-1 in four innings. Seguin Black posted a perfect 4-0 record in the tournament.
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The 8-year-old softball West Zone title was decided Thursday night at the Seguin Little League Complex, but the history books had already been rewritten prior to the first pitch. For the first time since the age division began play in 2009, two Seguin teams squared off in the championship round. When the dust settled, Seguin Black had capped an unbeaten run through the bracket by recording an 11-1 win over Seguin Gold in four innings. The turning point of the contest came courtesy of the rarest of all defensive feats — a triple play that was turned by Seguin Black in the top of the second. The play ended Seguin Gold’s biggest threat and kept the game tied at 1-1. From there, head coach Jesse Morales’ squad reeled off 10 consecutive runs to seize the West Zone banner. “That triple play, it seemed like it got everybody pumped up and fired up and got everybody focused and back in the game,” Morales said. Seguin Gold entered the top of the second trailing 1-0 and immediately began to put runners on base, as Fabiana Riojas and Camdyn Mikes tallied back-to-back hits to lead off the frame. Seguin Gold tied the game on an error and then saw Caydee Zimmer post a bunt single
to put runners on first and third with nobody out. However, the next batter lined out to Seguin Black pitcher Chloe Belicek. With both Seguin Gold runners breaking into a full sprint, Belicek made the throw over to Blaine Vickers to record the out at first before Vickers tossed the ball all the way across the diamond to teammate Gianna Ricarte at third. Ricarte tagged the bag to seal the triple play and erase Seguin Gold’s best chance to grab the lead. Despite the turn of events, Seguin Gold head coach Jenney Reese said afterward that her team made huge strides during the tournament. “I think these girls have improved every game,” Reese said. “They’ve gotten better and just started clicking. It’s too bad we can’t go any further. I’m so proud of these girls — they’ve worked so hard this season.” Bolstered by its defensive effort, Seguin Black scored the maximum five runs in the bottom of the second. Savannah Sepeda ripped a two-RBI double up the middle before Aubryana Garcia tallied a two-run inside-the-park home run to left field. Gisele Morales then posted an RBI single to give her team a 6-1 edge. Following a 1-2-3 inning, Seguin Black got right back to work in the bottom of the third, using a two-run inside-the-park home run from Jade Hernandez to increase its lead to 8-1. Seguin Gold attempted
to rally in the top of the fourth, as both Londyn Gonzales and Lynn Ramirez reached base with one out. Seguin Black escaped the jam unharmed, though. Needing three more runs to invoke the 10-run rule in the bottom half of the frame, Seguin Black didn’t let the opportunity go to waste. Garcia led off the inning with a triple and crossed the plate thanks to an RBI groundout from Vickers. Following consecutive singles by Makayla Seriano and Cyanna Gonzales, Belicek added an RBI groundout of her own. With two outs on the board and a runner in scoring position, Gisele Morales
notched the game-clinching hit to center field to begin her team’s celebration. Seguin Black finished the West Zone tournament with a 4-0 record and outscored its opponents by a combined tally of 64-6. Two off-days did little to disrupt the team’s rhythm. “Maybe that two-day break kind of chilled the girls a little bit because they were running real hot, but I wouldn’t have changed anything,” Jesse Morales said. “We got it going, thankfully.” Seguin Black will advance to compete for the District 31 championship against the East Zone win-
ner. The first game will be set for Monday at 7 p.m. in Lockhart, but the opponent is not yet known — nor is the format of the series. If the East Zone winner enters undefeated as well, it will be a best-of-three series. And even though only one team is moving on, Thursday was still a big night for Seguin softball as a whole. “I think there’s a future here to go back to the World Series again, absolutely,” Reese said of the talent that shared the diamond on Thursday. “Seguin has kind of turned into a softball town. Everybody comes out and supports.”
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according to the victim, when the victim got on the bus and had forgotten his skateboard and said a curse word,” Christopherson said. “At that time, the suspect told him to stop. The victim advised that he said OK.” The boy went on to tell police that McConnell next yelled at him, used profanity, grabbed him by his shoulders and threw him into a window, Christopherson said. He said the boy claimed to have been hurt when McConnell grabbed him and he showed officers a small, red mark on his left shoulder. Christopherson said police talked to the bus driver who said she couldn’t see what happened because she was driving and paying close attention to the road. “However, she did feel McConnell was out of line and behaving very aggressively. She said that McConnell had started talking very loudly, firmly and strong about the rules riding the bus,” the police lieutenant said. “This happened several times while on the route. He also apparently moved around several juveniles on the bus.”
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King Size mattress topper 830-463-5185.
MOVING? SCHOOL PROJECT? HAVE A PET?
We sell Newsprint/End Rolls @ $.50/lb. Come by Seguin Gazette 1012 Schriewer, Seguin. M-F, 8am-5pm
Business Opportunities $250 SIGN-ON BONUS
plus gas allowance! Be a carrier for the SEGUIN GAZETTE Short, early morning hours; finish early and enjoy the rest of your day. Be Want To Buy your own boss. No collections. Increase your profits b y building y our customer base. ReCars, Trucks, Vans, ceive a check twice etc. Any condition, a month. You running or not, should have a valid wrecks also. Pay cash. Call Willis driver's license and a reli512-353-4511 insurance, able car and a good driving record. INTERESTED? Medical & Dental Medical Come & toDental our office at 1012 Schriewer in Seguin Mon.-Fri. WARM 8am-5pm No Warm SPRINGS Spring phone calls SPECIALTY HOSPITAL Specialty Hospital in Luling is committed to providingplease. high quality 312C19M
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Resumes can be submitted by fax to 830-875-2080 or by email to mpacheco@warmsprings.org Apply in person at: 200 Memorial Drive, Luling, Texas 78648
RCP/RT (PRN only ) RN (FT nights only 6p-6a) RN (RPN days) LVN (PRN days or nights) CNA (PRN days) Maintenance Tech II
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NOW HIRING RN-FT We are currently recruiting Nights for the following positions: Maintenance Tech RCP/RT (PRN only ) RN (FT nights only 6p-6a) Cook RN (RPN days) – FT & PRN
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WARM SPRINGS SPECIALTY HOSPITAL
Applications LVN (PRN days or nights)M-F 8am-4pm accepted CNA (PRN days) 1445 Hanz Dr., New Braunfels, TX 78130 Maintenance Tech II Resumes can be submitted by fax to 830-875-2080 or by email to mpacheco@warmsprings.org Apply in person at: 200 Memorial Drive, Luling, Texas 78648
IMMEDIATE OPENINGS FOR CAREGIVERS
We are looking for motivated, dependable caregivers to provide high-quality homecare in the New Braunfels, WARM SPRINGS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Seguin, SA and Canyon Lake areas. We are committed to our most reliable and responsible caregivers and have immediate openings for those with a flexible schedule. If you have a minimum of one year caregiver experience, a valid driver’s license, auto insurance, reliable transportation and the desire to help and make a difference please call today for an interview.
830.625.0444
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plus gas allowance! Be a carrier for the SEGUIN GAZETTE Short, early morning hours; finish early and enjoy the rest of your day. Be your own boss. No collections. Increase your profits by building y o u r customer base. Receive a check twice a month. You should have a valid driver's license and Business insurance, a reliOpportunities able car and a good driving record. INTERESTED? Come to our office at 1012 Schriewer in Seguin Mon.-Fri. 8am-5pm No phone calls please.
Full Time & Part Time
A recognized leader in brain injury rehabilitation. Full-time opportunity with excellent benefits. Competitive salary with shifts differential. Drug screen required plus acceptable driving record and clear criminal history. Apply at www .rescare.com select Careers Seguin Tx EOE M/F/DV
PREMIER DENTAL
We are seeking a full-time efficient and experienced, registered dental hygienist for a busy Seguin office. Looking for a dedicated hygienist to provide the best quality care for their patient. Proficiency in hygiene treatment, digital xrays, case presentation and educating patients on home care. Must have a great attitude, be enthusiastic and a team player. Come join our awesome team….. email your resume to: smarsh@ premier dentalseguin.com
Medical & Dental
CAREGIVERS NEEDED
Immediate Openings for various schedules. For details call 830-625-0444.
RESCARE PREMIER SPRING INTO A NEW JOB! NEW JOB!
ResCare Premier is seeking caring and motivated people to work with Individuals with disabilities. We are a recognized leader in brain Injury rehabilitation. Full-time, Part-time and Overnight shifts available in San Marcos, Seguin and Maxwell. Drug screen required plus acceptable driving record and clear criminal history. Excellent benefits! Competitive Salary with shift differential. Apply at www.rescare.com, select “Careers”, “San Marcos, TX”. EOE M/F/D/V
Skills & Trades EXPERIENCED AUTO BODY tech needed at busy shop Call Ronny 830-606-5494.
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Electricians Immediate openings! 401K, paid vacation, holidays,and health ins., Co Truck provided. Call 830-914-2297 ext 6, or email penny @weberelectric.net
Full Time & Part Time
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SHELTER HELP NEEDED FOR DOG RESCUE 830-401-0150.
NEED TO MAKE EXTRA MONEY?
Do you have an RV/ Camper to stay on the premises for 2 weeks? Then sell fireworks with a leader in the industry! Call AMERICAN FIREWORKS today 512-321-4416.
HIGHWAY MOWING CONTRACTOR NEEDING EQUIPMENT OPERATORS 40+ per week Call 830-608-4390.
ENTRY-LEVEL SHIPPING/ PRODUCTION personnel needed for first and second shifts. Full time positions, Paid vacation, Medical/Dental, 401(k). Come in or fax resume to Berridge Manufacturing Co. 2201 Rudeloff Rd. - Seguin TX. Fax 210-657-3840
WAREHOUSE ADMIN
We are currently taking applications for a full-time Samples Clerk. Paid vacation, medical/dental, 401(K). Apply in person at Berridge Manufacturing Co. 2201 Rudeloff Rd., Seguin, TX. Fax 210-657-3840 or email to HR@berridge.com
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TQI is looking for qualified persons to join our team: • Sewing Dept. Part-Time Cutter/Seamstress TQI has produced high quality equipment for the HealthCare and Hospitality Industries for over 50 years. We offer competitive wages in a small, friendly, family oriented environment. Please send resume to: TQcarts@TQind.com or apply at: 960 Crossroads Blvd, Seguin, TX 78155
Rentals & Real Estate
Apartments & Duplexes For Rent TAKING APPLICATIONS
2/2/1, appliances, laminate floors, C/HA, W/D hookups, lawn maint., no Publisher's notice: pets, no smoking, All real estate ad- $875 mo. Dep $600 vertised herein is 830-643-9515. subject to the FedResidential eral Fair Housing Act, which makes it For Rent illegal to advertise 2/1 "any preference, limitation, or disDOWNTOWN crimination beVery nice cause of race, colAll appl. incl. or, religion, sex, $895/895Dep handicap, familial Call/Text for pics status, or national 512-297-5187 origin, or intention 3 BD 1 BA to make any such 602 N. Camp preference, limita$1225 mo tion, or discrimina$1225 dep tion." 830-379-3200 We will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised available on an equal opportunity basis.
Apartments & Duplexes For Rent 316 W. IRELAND #11 1/1 Apt. $525 + dep. water paid 372-3461
504 SHANNON 2bdrm / 1ba with ac and heat washer/dryer accessible $650mo $300dep 830-557-6390
508 JOHNSON SEE #2
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Contact the Classifieds at 830-379-5402. Full Time & Part Time
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Texas State University is a tobacco free campus. Texas State is an EOE and a member of the Texas State University System.
Guadalupe County
Lawn & Garden WANTED!
Your old riding lawn mowers! Engine must be good. Will pay cash according to condition of the mower. Seguin area only 830-549-5392
MICHELLE WEBER F/K/A MICHELLE HINOJOSA,
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RESPONDENT.
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The City of Seguin hereby gives notice of the City's intent to revise the flood ROOM FOR hazard information, RENT generally located $125week/$75 dep east of the State all bills paid. Highway 46 and no drugs or North of Rudeloff smoking Road. Specifically, 830-387-0902. the flood hazard inNEED TO KNOW formation shall be revised along Little DEADLINES Mill Creek from Before you place your Rudeloff Road to a ad? Call 379-5402. point approximately Campground & north two thousand (2,000) feet.
RV Sites For Rent LAKEFRONT RV PARK has RV Spaces for Rent! Contact us today @ 830-379-7878
LAKEVIEW TRAIL RV PARK
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NO.: D-1116DM-2016-269-6 NOTICE OF PETITION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT Michelle Weber filed a Petition against Edwardo Hinojosa in the Eleventh Judicial District Court in San Juan County, New Mexico at 103 S. Oliver, Aztec, NM 87410 on the 20th day of April, 2016. The Petitioner is seeking to modify custody. Yo u a r e n o ti fi e d that, unless you so serve and file a responsive pleading or motion, the Petitioners will apply to the Court for a Default Judgment.
As a result of the revision, the 1% annual chance watersurface elevations shall be established, and the 1% annual chance floodplain shall widen and be established within the /s/ Tyson K. Gobble area of revision.
T Y S O N K . GOBBLE 2021 E. 20th Street Farmington, NM 87401 (505) 326-6503
830-629-2415
Maps and detailed analysis of the revision can be reviewed at Bettersworth Engineering and Surveying office. Interested persons may call Ken L. Reininger at 830-379-5552 for additional information from 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.
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Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon a criminal history background check. Only electronic applications accepted.
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Custodian To apply for this position, please visit: http://apptrkr.com/824639 If you have any questions, please contact Human Resources at 512-245-2557 or visit our office at 601 University Dr., J.C. Kellam Bldg., Suite 340, San Marcos, TX 78666.
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Comal County is now accepting applications for a Communications Officer. The hourly rate for this position is $15.67. The minimum requirements for this position are: HS Diploma/ GED; must be 21 years of age; must take and pass spelling reading/ comprehension tests, criminal history background check, drug test, physical & psychological exam. Hiring for all shifts. Job closes: 6/27/16. Applications are mandatory and you can view the complete job description and apply on-line at http://comalcounty.iapplicants.com. Comal County is an EEO/MFVH”AT WILL” EMPLOYER.
Celebrating 100 Years of Steel Making
The Guadalupe County Fire Marshal’s Office is accepting The Building Maintenance Department applications for an is seeking a Custodian. Assistant County Fire Marshal. The Assistant County Fire Marshal providesfloor expertise, Job Requirements: Knowledge of operating develops, organizes, directs and/or implements buffing equipment; 1 year commercial janitorialprograms regarding must fire prevention, protection, suppression, experience; be able to follow instructions, be selfcode enforcement, and fire/arson investigation motivated and a hard worker. Must have own in the unincorporated areas ofvalid Guadalupe County.license Applicant transportation, current Texas driver’s and must be a TCOLE Certified Peace Officer with the State working phone number. of Texas and prefer applicant to be TCFP Certified Fire/ Investigator. The starting salaryArson for this position will be $11-$12.32 perThe hour. This position the$21.16-$24.91 evening shift, per schedule starting salary willis be hour. Benefits includeBenefits Medicalinclude Insurance, Paidinsurance, Holidays, M-F 3pm-12am. medical Vacation, Sick and Personal Leave and Retirement. paid holidays, vacation, sick, personal leave and retirement. Full job description and Sheriff ’s application may be obtained from www.co.guadalupe.tx.us or the Human Applications be obtained Resource officemay at 212 W. Noltefrom St., Seguin. Please submit www.co.guadalupe.tx.us or the Human Resource packet office completed Sheriff ’s applications and background at 212 W.Human Nolte St., Seguin.Office Please by submit to the Resource June completed 24, 2016. applications to the Human Resource office. Guadalupe County is an Equal Opportunity Employer Guadalupe County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
NOW HIRING
Truck Driver Maintenance Mechanic Maintenance Electrician Electrical Engineer Heavy Equipment Operator Melt Shop Trainee Garage Tireman Terminal Supervisor Tieman CSI Operator If you are interested in starting a career at Commercial Metals Company Visit our new Application Station located at 1 Steel Mill Dr. Seguin Texas 78155 on the right before the gatehouse. Or apply online at www.cmc.com/careers. CMC is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, or other characteristic protected by law. No question on this application is used for the purpose of limiting or excluding any applicant from consideration on a basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. If you need an accommodation in applying for this position, please notify a representative of CMC
Accepting Applications For WATER OPERATOR GVSUD is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Water Operator. Duties include all aspects of water line construction, repairs, and water plant operations. Requires a High School Diploma or a GED, must have an acceptable driving record, and be able to obtain a Class A CDL driver license within six months of employment. A TCEQ Class D Water Certification is required within 18 months of employment. Individuals must be able to work under adverse conditions, handle extreme temperature, willing to work overtime and be on a rotating on call schedule. Previous backhoe and equipment experience is preferred. Must successfully pass pre-employment physical, drug test and a criminal background check. Applications are available at the GVSUD office, 529 S. Center, Marion Texas. All applications and resumes may be returned to office or mailed to PO Box 99, Marion, TX 78124, Attn: Tracy
GVSUD is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its work force.
Application Opening June 17, 2016 Application Closing July 1, 2016
Guadalupe County 90 days after the Hall Council ChamViolet E. Odom, Justice Center in date of issuance, it bers, City Hall, 210 i n t h e a b o v e Guadalupe County, shall be returned E. Gonzales St., numbered an en- Texas. Seguin, Texas. The unserved. All persons intitled estate, filed on ISSUED UN- purpose of this in said es- D E R M Y H A N D hearing will be to May 19, 25,2016 2016· Seguin an terested 14A - SUNday, June Gazette Application to De- t a t e a r e h e r e b y A N D S E A L O F receive public comtermine Heirship, cited to appear be- SAID COURT at of- ment on the followLegal Notices Legal Notices re- foreLegal Notices said Honor- f i c Legal said application e i n Notices S e g u i n , ing:Legal Notices questing that the able Court at said T e x a s , t h i s t h e CITATION BY Court Declare who above mentioned 25TH day of MAY, Zoning Change requests from SinglePUBLICATION are the Heirs and time and place by 2016. Only Heirs of REIN- filing a written conFamily Residential THE STATE H O L D D E W I T T sent or answer to Public for the folTERESA KIEL, OF TEXAS TO: ODOM, Deceased, t h i s a p p l i c a t i o n COUNTY CLERK to lowing properties ALL and their respect- should they desire located in the WalGUADALUPE UNKNOWN ive shares and in- to do so. To ensure nut Branch floodCOUNTY HEIRS IN THE terests in this es- its consideration, plain between W 211 West Court you or your attorESTATE OF: tate. Nolte and S Austin Street, Said application ney must file any streets: 27900, Seguin, Texas REINHOLD may be heard and objection, interven153394,154392,151 78155 DEWITT acted upon by said tion, or response in 3 9 5 , ODOM, writing with the Court at any call of 154859,152271,154 By: DECEASED, the docket on or C o u n t y C l e r k o f Christina Trinidad, 394,13368,13369(Z CAUSE NO. a f t e r 1 0 o ' c l o c k Guadalupe County, C 19-16) Deputy 2016-PC-0155, A.M. on the first Texas, on or before COUNTY CITY OF Monday next after t h e a b o v e - n o t e d Zoning Change reCOURT AT SEGUIN the expiration of ten d a t e a n d t i m e . quest from SingleThe officer exLAW OF days from date of Family Residential to Public and PubGUADALUPE publication of this ec ut ing t his w r i t NOTICE OF c i t a t i o n , a t t h e shall promptly serve lic to Single-Family COUNTY PUBLIC Guadalupe County the same accordResidential for the HEARINGS following properties: Violet E. Odom, Justice Center in ing to requirements i n t h e a b o v e Guadalupe County, o f l a w , a n d t h e The City Council of Northern portion of mandates hereof, the City of Seguin 205 S Heideke, Lot: numbered an en- Texas. All persons in- and make due re- w i l l h o l d p u b l i c 1, 4, Pt of Blk: 60 titled estate, filed on May 25, 2016 an terested in said es- turn as the law dir- hearings on Tues- River Addition, apApplication to De- t a t e a r e h e r e b y ects. If this citation day, July 5, 2016 at prox. 1.048 out of termine Heirship, cited to appear be- is not served within 5:30 p.m. in the City 2.186 acres, Propsaid application re- fore said Honor- 90 days after the Hall Council Cham- e r t y I D 3 8 4 1 0 – questing that the able Court at said date of issuance, it bers, City Hall, 210 Public to SingleCourt Declare who above mentioned shall be returned E. Gonzales St., Family Residential, andTime place are Full the Time Heirs& and timeFull & by unserved. Seguin, Texas. The 905 & 933 Nolan St, I S S U E D U N - p u r p o s e o f t h i s Lot: 1, 2, 3, 4 Pt of Only Heirs of REIN- filing a written conPart Time Part Time H O L D D E W I T T sent or answer to D E R M Y H A N D hearing will be to Blk: 60 River AddiODOM, Deceased, t h i s a p p l i c a t i o n A N D S E A L O F receive public com- tion and Lot 1, Enand their respect- should they desire SAID COURT at of- ment on the follow- c l a v e @ R i v e r to do so. To ensure f i c e i n S e g u i n , ing: Bend, approx. non-profit ive shares and ain-private Texas, this the 1.297 out of 3.41 terests in thisa part-time es- its consideration, is seeking driver for you or your attor- 25TH day of MAY, Zoning Change re- acres and 0.433 tate. its Senior Nutrition neyProgram must file to any 2016. acres, Property IDs Full Time & Fullfrom TimeSingle& Said application quests objection, interven38412 & 148072 may be heard and deliver meals to elderly clients Family Residential Part Time Part Time TERESA KIEL, Single-Family Resacted upon by said tion, or response in to Public for the folin Seguin. Prior experience as a COUNTY CLERK Court at any call of w r i t i n g w i t h t h e lowing properties idential to Public GUADALUPE ty Clerk of andonbi-lingual thedriver docket or C o u npreferred located in the Wal- (ZC 20-16) COUNTY Guadalupe County, a f t e r 1 0 but o ' c lnot o c k required. nut Branch flood211 West Court A.M. on the first Texas, on or before plain between W Street, Applicant must successfully t h e a b o v e n o t e d Monday next after Nolte and S Austin For additional inSeguin, Texas d a t e a n d t i m e . thecomplete expiration ofaten s t r e e t s : 2 7 9 0 0 , formation, call the pre-employment 78155 The officer exdays from date of 153394,154392,151 Planning and Zonbackground drugt his testwr it ec ut ing publication of thischeck, 3 9 5 , ing Department at By: shall promptly c i t a t and i o n , motor a t t h evehicle check.serve 154859,152271,154 (830) 401-2305. Guadalupe County the same accord- Christina Trinidad, 394,13368,13369(Z Applications can be picked up Deputy Thalia Justice Center in ing to requirements C 19-16) o f l aor w , can a n dbet h e Stautzenberger, at 744 W. Kingsbury Guadalupe County, City Secretary Texas. completed mandates E, Change SchertzreZoning online at hereof, Texaco- 14425 I-10 City of Seguin, All persons in- and make due request from SingleChevron, 6150 W I-10, Seguin www.ccsct.org and the law dirTexas terested in said es- turn as Family Residential t a t e afaxed r e h eto r e b830-372-5354. y ects. If this citation to Public and Pub- Classifieds Work! cited to appear be- is not served within lic to Single-Family fore said Honor- 90 days after the Residential for the able Court at said date of issuance, it following properties: Drivers Drivers Drivers above mentioned shall be returned Northern portion of unserved. time and place by 205 S Heideke, Lot: ISSUED UNfiling a written con1, 4, Pt of Blk: 60 sent or answer to D E R M Y H A N D River Addition, apt h i s a p p l i c awww.nisd.us tion AND SEAL OF prox. 1.048 out of SAID COURT at ofshould they desire 2.186 acres, Propf i c eEducation in Seguin, to do so. To ensure Director of Special erty ID 38410 – Texas, this the its consideration, Public100 to Years SingleNavarro District Office Celebrating of Steel Making you or your attor- 25TH day of MAY, Family Residential, Instructional2016. Services ney must file any Maintenance: 905Mechanic & 933 Nolanand St, Electrician Start Date: July, 2016 objection, intervenLot: 1, 2, 3, 4 Pt of TERESA KIEL, tion, or response in Requirements & Experience Blk: 60 River AddiCOUNTY CLERK w r i t i n g––––––––––––––––––––––– with the tion and Lot 1, EnMechanic: GUADALUPE County Clerk of clave @ River Experience with utility, hydraulic, machinist or manufacturing environment. COUNTY Guadalupe County, B e ninstruments, d , a p pexperience r o x . in various welding Utilize precision measuring Instructional 211 West Court Texas, on or before Technologist 1.297 out of 3.41 processes and oxy-fuel cutting, understanding of hydraulics-pneumaticsStreet, Services t h e a bNavarro o v e - n oInstructional ted acres 0.433 blueprints, basic computer skills, and ability to troubleshoot-rebuild-repair, , Seguin, Texas d a t e aCampus: n d t i m Navarro e. Elementary acres, Property IDs perform alignments, operate machine shop equipment, etc., experience in 78155 The officer ex38412 & 148072 bearing installation and lubrication. & Intermediate Grades ecuting this writ Single-Family ResStart Date: August, 2016 By: Electrician: shall promptly serve idential to Public Christina Trinidad, Understand AC, DC Circuits, motors, and motor control. Must have the ability the same accord(ZC 20-16) Deputy to read electrical prints, the ability use electrical test equipment and the Information on the positions ingFor tocomplete requirements ability to troubleshoot programmable logic controller hardware and I/O. o f please l a w , visit a n dourt h e website at www.nisd.us. Basic Computer skills. mandates hereof, For additional inThen complete Navarro application; attach and make due reformation, the a career at If you are interested in call starting intent and transcripts. turnresume, as theletter law of dirPlanning and ZonCommercial Metals Company ects. If this citation ing Department at located 1 Steel Mill Dr. is not served within (830)at401-2305. Seguin Texas 78155 90 days after the date of issuance, it Apply online at www.cmc.com/careers Thalia shall be returned Or contact us at (830) 372- 8401. Stautzenberger, unserved. City Secretary CMC is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without ISSUED UNoforientation, Seguin, national origin, citizenship, age, regard to race, color, religion, sex,City sexual DER MY HAND disability, or other characteristic protected by law. No question on this application is Texas used for the purpose of limiting or excluding any applicant from consideration on AND SEAL OF a basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. If you need an accommodation in SAID COURT at ofapplying for this position, please notify a representative of CMC. fice in Seguin, Texas, this the 25TH day of MAY, 2016.
CCSCT,
Cashiers and Janitors needed at busy 24 hr Truck Stops! Apply at either location:
NAVARRO I.S.D
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Judge Kyle Kutscher, at 211 West Court Street, Seguin, Texas 78155, until 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, June 21, 2016.
Legal Notices LEGAL NOTICE: The contents of the following storage units at Stor All Self Storage, 1340 E Kingsbury, Seguin Texas will be sold to satisfy a landlords lien. The auction will occur at Stor All on July 2, 2016, at 8 AM. The following units contain household items: Herico Garcia Michelle Greenwood Daphne Ramos
Notices All Legal proposals must be in a sealed envelope clearly marked with “RFP 16-4010, Auditing Services for Guadalupe County” in the lower left-hand corner of the envelope. Specifications may be obtained from the County Judge’s office. Bids received after the time and date specified in the spe- The hearing will be cifications will not held at 11:00 a.m. be considered. on July 15, 2016 at TPWD headquarGuadalupe County t e r s , l o c a t e d a t reserves the right to 4200 Smith School accept or reject any Road, Austin, TX or all bids, and to 78744. The hearing waive any technic- is not a contested alities in the best in- case hearing under terest of the county. the Administrative Procedure Act. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
Amanda Trigo Rosalinda Delgado
The Schertz Cibolo Universal City Independent School District is accepting Proposals for the solicitation below until the date/time indicated.
Steve Adkins David Smith Evelyn Martinez Brando Graves
RFP 16-026V Armored Car Services, July 5, 2016 @ 2:00PM
Angela Alvarez Carlos Rodriguez Benny DeLeon
Proposals submitted after the above date and time will not be accepted. For further information please call Purchasing at 210.945.6223 or v i s i t https://www.ebidexchange.com/scucisd.
Crystal Leal Linda Rodriguez Roberta Wheeler Christopher Flores Peggy Juarez
PROPOSAL FOR AUDIT SERVICES Guadalupe County is seeking proposals from qualified firms for Audit Services. Sealed proposals will be received by County Judge Kyle Kutscher, at 211 West Court Street, Seguin, Texas 78155, until 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, June 21, 2016.
This is a notice of an opportunity for public comment and a public hearing on an application by Darren and Lisa Gerloff for a Texas Legal Notices Parks & Wildlife Department (TPWD) permit to excavate 2,311 cubic yards of sand and gravel from Little Bear Creek approximately 0.4 miles downstream of the F.M. 2722 crossing to approximately the Bear Creek Trail crossing in Comal County.
NOTICE OF HEARING AND OPPORTUNITY FOR PUBLIC COMMENT
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to satisfy landlords lien. Sale is 11:30 am Wednesday the 29th of June, 2016 at 2015 W. Kingsbury. Seguin Texas. Property will be sold to the highest bidder for cash. Cleanup and removal deposit may be required. Seller reserves the right to withdraw property from the sale. Property includes contents of space of Ruben Gonzales, Crystal Spears, Domingo Sosa, April Vega, Pat Arndt, Tiffany PatWritten comments terson, and Jessica must be submitted N a t a l . F u r n i t u r e , within 30 days of clothing and generthe publication of al household items. this notice in the Contact A1Frontier Texas Register or Storage at t h e n e w s p a p e r , 830-379-4568 whichever is later, NOTICE OF or at the public PUBLIC SALE hearing. Submit written comments, questions, or re- to satisfy quests to review the landlords lien. Sale application to: Tom is 11:00am WedHeger, TPWD, by nesday the 29th of mail: 4200 Smith June, 2016 at 602 School Road, Aus- S. Hwy 46, Seguin tin, TX 78744; fax Texas. Property will 512-389-4405; e- be sold to the mail tom.heger@tp- highest bidder for wd.texas.gov; or cash. Cleanup and phone 512-389- removal deposit may be required. 4583. Seller reserves the right to withdraw property from the sale. Property includes contents of space of Orlando Gonzales, Alexander Martinez and Marciela Zuniga. Furniture, clothing and general household items. Contact Hwy 46 Self Storage at 830-379-1222
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TERESA KIEL, COUNTY CLERK GUADALUPE COUNTY 211 West Court Street, Seguin,Concrete Texas & 78155
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